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Careers

Engaging the world’s armed groups and de facto authorities in complex situations, Geneva Call’s staff is a force for humanity, respect and hope. We employ a highly motivated and dedicated staff from diverse backgrounds and nationalities. We offer a unique working environment in a challenging field. If you’re skilled and passionate, we would like to hear from you.

Geneva Call is an equal opportunity employer. Our working languages are English and French. Candidates must be able to travel. For operational positions, travel is required to various parts of the world and, at times, in areas of armed conflict.

For other requirements, please refer to the specifications within the individual notices posted on this page. Geneva Call cannot guarantee a reply to unsolicited applications. Please also be aware that our recruitment and vetting procedures are thorough and can last several weeks.

In case of technical issues with online applications, please contact us.

Open Positions

4 opportunities

Head of Programme – Juba, South Sudan (International)

Mission

Geneva Call is a neutral and impartial non-governmental organization dedicated to promoting respect for international humanitarian norms in armed conflict and other situations of violence. Geneva Call’s mission is to ensure that AGDAs respect International Humanitarian Law and basic humanitarian principles in the areas where they fight, or they control.
Geneva Call consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, and opinions. Geneva Call is an inclusive working environment for all its staff. Applications are particularly encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on the grounds of race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity.

Role

Geneva Call is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Head of Programme who will will provide overall leadership, technical oversight, management and strategic vision of the program of Geneva Call in South Sudan while managing staff and resources to ensure that the program meets its objectives and deliverable timely, qualitatively and within budget. The Head of Programme will work in a fluctuating and uncertain context and constantly adapt the answer of Geneva Call.

Duties and responsibilities

Key priorities

Programme Management and Coordination

  • Coordinate, develop and manage South Sudan’s country programme to ensure quality implementation of projects and appropriate project cycle management, in accordance with strategies, project plans and Geneva Call procedures.
  • Organise regular meetings with the project teams to strengthen effective coordination and collaboration and promote team building;
  • Analyse conflict and humanitarian situation on a regular basis and ensure its integration into project design and implementation.
  • Ensure effective flow of information and communication with partners and stakeholders and update country Director on latest developments;
  • Ensure That programme expenditures, procurement and logistics are in line with project budgets, country
  • office financial plans and internal and donor regulations;
  • Support partners as per approved plans and agreements and ensure timely liquidation of project
  • expenditures;
  • Manage safe-keeping of information and data, including filing of programme documents and materials;
  • Support Country Director and HQ in engaging senior officials, military officers and other key stakeholders

Human Resource Manageemnt

  • Line-manage relevant programme staff according to each country’s operational set up;
  • Assist in the recruitment and selection processes (including coaching and evaluation) of staff and consultants

Planning, Monitoring and Reporting

  • Develop programme work plan and budget in consultation with programme team according to Geneva Call’s operational and MEAL procedures;
  • Ensure timely and quality tracking and reporting of project work plans, logframes and indicators;
  • Support programme and partner staff in implementation of MEAL system;
  • Regularly conduct field missions and monitor activities to achieve desired programme results in line with organizational requirements;
  • Prepare regular monitoring reports and support MEAL Officers in conducting internal programme evaluations and audits;

Security

  • Assist the Country Director in regular assessments of the security situation vis-à-vis the programme, partners, beneficiaries and GC, preparing risk assessments and suggesting mitigating measures and following up on incidents as necessary;
  • Ensure that programme staff follow and implement safety and security policies and procedures;

Communications and External Relations

  • Support implementation of communications strategy including campaigns, events, other initiatives;
  • Ensure material (photos, videos, stories from the field) about project activities are developed to showcase
  • project outcomes and achievements;
  • Ensure proper implementation of donor visibility and communications plan, also taking into account security and perception risks and seeking for derogations/exemptions when required;
  • Liaise with partners and stakeholders to ensure close cooperation, collaboration and coordination;
  • Attend and represent GC as required at conferences and other fora of interest to the organisation;
  • Perform any other tasks as assigned by the line managers.

Duties

Compliance

  • Works within the framework of Geneva Call’s core values, promoting ethical behaviour. Be an ambassador for the code of conduct and role model accountability.
  • Ensures familiarity with and adhere to all Geneva Call policies and procedures.
  • Undertakes the role in a manner appropriate to the cultural context and within the local legal framework.
  • Understands and uphold the standards outlined in Geneva Call’s safeguarding framework, acting with due care and attention to safeguard the wellbeing of staff, consultants and partners and anyone else who works with or on behalf of Geneva Call. Reports concerns if they do arise.

Main qualifications

Education and experience

  • Completed degree of Higher Education in relevant field such as Political or Social Science, International Humanitarian Law or Human Rights.
  • Knowledge of International Humanitarian Law (IHL) or International Human Right Law is an asset.
  • Minimum 5 years equivalent work experience in a humanitarian/protection organization

Technical Skills

  • Solid diplomatic skills with ability to communicate with high level interlocutors;
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills
  • Established network in country of operation;
  • Passionate about political and security affairs in the region
  • Experience in developing professional relationships with various stakeholder including armed actors and working in a neutral and objective manner
  • IT Tools (MS Office, Excel, email)

Language Skills

  • Excellent English language skills

Performance management

The employee will be accountable for the responsibilities and the competencies, in accordance with the GC Performance Management p. The following documents will be used for performance reviews:

  • The Job Description
  • The individual Work- and Professional Development Plan
  • The Competency Framework

Conflict of interest

Any candidate affiliated to, or openly supporting, one or more interest groups opposed to the Foundation’s principles and values, or whose previous position could engender safety issues for co-workers at Appel de Genève / Geneva Call, will be excluded from this selection process.

Conditions

  • Position: Head of Programme
  • Type of Contract: International – 12 months
  • Activity rate: 100%, full-time position
  • Work place: Juba, South Sudan
  • Preferred start date: 01 April 2025

Application

No later than 24 February, 2025.

Important Note: Our HR team will meticulously evaluate your profile in line with the requirements of the post you have applied for. Since, we receive a good number of applications for all the positions Geneva Call advertises, it is not possible to communicate the results of our decisions with every candidate individually. Therefore, only the short-listed candidates will be contacted by the HR team to invite them for written test – and the steps afterwards if they qualify i.e., interview and other assessments as deemed appropriate.

Safety and Security Officer – Aden, Yemen (National)

Mission

Geneva Call is a neutral and impartial non-governmental organisation dedicated to promoting respect for international humanitarian norms in armed conflict and other situations of violence. Geneva Call’s mission is to ensure that armed groups and de facto authorities (AGDA) respect International Humanitarian Law and basic humanitarian principles in the areas where they fight or they control. 

Geneva Call consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages and opinions. Geneva Call is an inclusive working environment for all its staff.  Applications are particularly encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on the grounds of race, colour, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity. 

Role

The Safety & Security Officer under the supervision of the Country Director, will support the country Management team by leading, and supporting a system of safety and security in country to promote and support the protection of the employees, related parties, and the asset of organization. The Safety and Security Officer provides support and advise to country management and staff on security risks, GC’s Safety and Security SOP’s, context analysis and evolution and AGDA engagement. In addition, the Safety & Security Officer is expected to contribute to the overall programme design, planning, and implementation of GC activities in Yemen

Main activities

Security Compliance and Framework Implementation

  • Ensure full alignment with ISO31000 and the Global Safety & Security internal framework.
  • Regularly update and implement security policies, SOPs, and procedures to maintain compliance with global standards.
  • Ensure security protocols account for diverse staff profiles, gender-specific risks, and operational needs.

Risk Assessment and Security Plan Reviews

  • Conduct regular risk assessments for offices, guesthouses, and operational sites.
  • Evaluate, review, and update security management plans, evacuation plans, and hibernation procedures to ensure readiness.
  • Implement structured vulnerability evaluations to identify and mitigate security gaps.

Incident and Emergency Preparedness

  • Lead incident management and emergency preparedness efforts, ensuring contingency plans are in place.
  • Develop national emergency preparedness plans and guide the team in real-time crisis response.
  • Ensure incident reporting mechanisms are functional, capturing security threats and trends

Physical Security and Infrastructure Protection

  • Ensure all physical security systems (CCTV, alarms, locks, radios, perimeter security) are operational and maintained.
  • Develop and implement security maintenance schedules and oversee necessary repairs.
  • Conduct physical security risk assessments to ensure compliance with global security standards.

Capacity Building and Training

  • Design and deliver regular security training and awareness sessions for all staff.
  • Identify and address training gaps in security preparedness, humanitarian access, and risk mitigation.
  • Provide coaching and mentorship to build a security-conscious culture within the organisation

Main qualifications

Education (essential)

  • Completed degree of Higher Education in a relevant field such as management, Political/Social Science, International Humanitarian Law or Human Rights.

Education (desirable)

  • Training in security management from recognized institutions is an added advantage.

Experience (essential)

  • At least 3 years’ work experience for an INGO in a similar role
  • Understanding of local context, dynamics and access limitations especially related to gender, disability, religion, tradition, and local norms.

Experience (desirable)

  • Experience with developing and updating security framework for INGOs.

Language (essential)

  • Working fluency in Arabic and English

Job related competencies (essential)

  • Good report writing, communication and presentation skills.
  • Highest level of integrity.

Strong interpersonal skills including ability to work with individuals in geographically remote areas.

Performance management

The employee will be accountable for the responsibilities and the competencies, in accordance with the GC Performance Management p. The following documents will be used for performance reviews:

  • The Job Description
  • The individual Work- and Professional Development Plan
  • The Competency Framework

Conflict of interest

Any candidate affiliated to, or openly supporting, one or more interest groups opposed to the Foundation’s principles and values, or whose previous position could engender safety issues for co-workers at Appel de Genève / Geneva Call, will be excluded from this selection process.

Conditions

  • Position: Safety and Security Officer
  • Type of Contract: Fixed-term contract (National position)
  • Activity rate: 100%, full-time position
  • Work place: Aden, Yemen
  • Preferred start date: As soon as possible

Application

No later than 14 February, 2025.

Important Note: Our HR team will meticulously evaluate your profile in line with the requirements of the post you have applied for. Since, we receive a good number of applications for all the positions Geneva Call advertises, it is not possible to communicate the results of our decisions with every candidate individually. Therefore, only the short-listed candidates will be contacted by the HR team to invite them for written test – and the steps afterwards if they qualify i.e., interview and other assessments as deemed appropriate.

Project Officer – Al-Damazin, Blue Nile, Sudan (National)

Mission

Geneva Call is a neutral and impartial non-governmental organisation dedicated to promoting respect for international humanitarian norms in armed conflict and other situations of violence. Geneva Call’s mission is to ensure that armed groups and de facto authorities (AGDA) respect International Humanitarian Law and basic humanitarian principles in the areas where they fight or they control. 

Geneva Call consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages and opinions. Geneva Call is an inclusive working environment for all its staff.  Applications are particularly encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on the grounds of race, colour, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity. 

Role

The Project Officer will be in charge of the implementation of project activities as part of Geneva Call’s programme to enhance the protection of the civilian population in Sudan.

Main activities

Planning, Coordination & Reporting

  • Participate in the drafting of annual and monthly programme plans, budgets, and project activities monitoring plans in consultation with Programme Coordinator, Finance and Admin Coordinator, and other team members;
  • Monitor and report on all project expenses of budgets and available funding, including supporting documents;
  • Responsible for quality project implementation and monitoring in accordance with Geneva Call and donor work plans, budget and procedures; 
  • Manage safe-keeping of information and knowledge, including filing of programme documents and materials;
  • Collect and analyse, through regular field missions, information relating to the context, conflict situation, humanitarian needs and potential impact on Geneva Call’s work in project area(s) and relay this to Programme Coordinator.

Partnerships 

  • Maintains a close work relationship with partner team and in particular its Project Manager;
  • Seeks partner’s highest level of engagement and anticipates/reports on shortcomings (activities, administrative, other);
  • Plans with partner, anticipates and proposes solutions on the activities, constraints, capacity building.

Communications & External relations

  • In coordination with the Programme Coordinator, engage local and international organizations regularly;
  • Assist Programme Coordinator in engaging senior officials and other key stakeholders;
  • Support Programme Coordinator to produce external communications materials in coordination with Country Director and global/regional Communications team(s);
  • Draft speaking points and messages for Geneva Call including country team members;
  • Provide material (photos, videos, stories from the field) about the project and timely reports to showcase project outcomes and achievements;
  • Support implementation of communications strategy including activities, campaigns, events and other initiatives.

Security

  • Monitor the security situation vis-à-vis the project, project partners and Geneva Call, preparing risk assessments and suggesting mitigating measures to the management of Geneva Call in South Sudan and following up on incidents as necessary.

Main qualifications

Education and experience

  • A relevant study in Law, International Humanitarian Law and basic humanitarian principles;
  • Experience in project cycle management;
  • Willingness and ability to travel at short notice;
  • At least 3 years of relevant experience in a humanitarian organization working in conflict areas in the protection field and engagement with armed actors (ANSAs, other armed actors) including in managing teams of at least 2 people;
  • Proven track record of field work experience with INGOs in conflict and crisis affected countries and emergency contexts.

Technical skills 

  • Solid project management skills related to organizational development projects and international, cross-functional teams with a proven history of delivering results;
  • Excellent dispute resolution, facilitation and team building skills;
  • Ability to work under pressure and in conflict?affected settings, and to handle numerous tasks simultaneously.

Languages: 

  • English
  • Arabic

Personal skills

  • Demonstrated ability to thrive in a matrix management environment.  Developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching.
  • Strong communications skills (both written and verbal) at a level appropriate for high level external representation and ability to tailor communications to different audiences.
  • Interpersonal skills with experience of negotiation with weapon bearers and other stakeholders.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset.
  • Capacity to travel to the field.

Performance management

The employee will be accountable for the responsibilities and the competencies, in accordance with the GC Performance Management p. The following documents will be used for performance reviews:

  • The Job Description
  • The individual Work- and Professional Development Plan
  • The Competency Framework

Conflict of interest

Any candidate affiliated to, or openly supporting, one or more interest groups opposed to the Foundation’s principles and values, or whose previous position could engender safety issues for co-workers at Appel de Genève / Geneva Call, will be excluded from this selection process.

Conditions

  • Position: Project Officer
  • Type of Contract: Fixed-term contract (National position)
  • Activity rate: 100%, full-time position
  • Work place: Al-Damazin, Blue Nile, Sudan
  • Preferred start date: As soon as possible

Application

No later than 20 February, 2025.

Important Note: Our HR team will meticulously evaluate your profile in line with the requirements of the post you have applied for. Since, we receive a good number of applications for all the positions Geneva Call advertises, it is not possible to communicate the results of our decisions with every candidate individually. Therefore, only the short-listed candidates will be contacted by the HR team to invite them for written test – and the steps afterwards if they qualify i.e., interview and other assessments as deemed appropriate.

Support Assistant – Al-Damazin, Blue Nile, Sudan (National)

Mission

Geneva Call is a neutral and impartial non-governmental organisation dedicated to promoting respect for international humanitarian norms in armed conflict and other situations of violence. Geneva Call’s mission is to ensure that armed groups and de facto authorities (AGDA) respect International Humanitarian Law and basic humanitarian principles in the areas where they fight or they control. 

Geneva Call consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages and opinions. Geneva Call is an inclusive working environment for all its staff.  Applications are particularly encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on the grounds of race, colour, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity. 

Role

He / she assist the Head of Support in transparent management of the finance, admin and human resources of the Geneva Call field office in Blue Nile according to the internal procedures and guidelines, donors’ requirements, as well as to the local legislation.

 

Core responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Head of Support, the Support Assistant is responsible for:

  • Respecting the internal procedures in terms of accounting and cash flow;
  • The financial accountability towards donors;
  • The respect of national administrative and financial national norms, including tax and labour law related;
  • The HR administrative aspects;
  • The logistical support.

I. Office Administration

  • Assist in contracts expiry monitoring with the vendors and update Support Coordinator when necessary;
  • Assist Support Coordinator in ensuring Geneva Call premises are well managed and maintained, including in terms of security;
  • Assist and participates to the audits (annual organization audit, as well as donor’s audits, or audits requested by authorities if existing).

II. Logistics

  • Support to all logistics operation related to programme activities including but not limited to: procurement, transport, distribution, warehousing, management of vehicles and assets; ensuring procurement processes are managed transparently and timely and recorded according to Geneva Call and donor’s procedures;
  • Manage inventory (asset register) and update and share with FAO on monthly basis and when needed;
  • Maintaining and managing Geneva Call office fleet/vehicle;
  • Managing guards in the field office ensuring Guard SOPs are adhered with the support from Security FP;
  • Assist in logistic support to program team during activities in the field.

III. Finance

Cash flow management

  • Manage the cash payments made locally (petty cash management);
  • Keep the petty cash books updated, including a weekly availibility cash check;
  • Assist in monthly treasury forecast and cash request in coordination with Finane and Admin Officer.
  • Support FAO on regular tax payments and getting Tax Clearance Certificate

Accounting

  • Assist in checking the registration and encoding of all the petty cash transactions, according to the internal procedures;
  • Verify all the support documents of the petty cash transactions and the availibility of funds on donors budget;
  • Assist in providing a monthly financial report, including the expense proofs;
  • Dispatch and Archive all financial documents;

IV. Human Resources

  • Monitor the contracts (staff and consultants) end dates and inform the HR Officer and HOS in advance on those with immediate expiry.
  • Assist in timely, transparent hiring processes for any new job opening by delivering adverts to HAC for approval and posting it on public boards;
  • Assist in monitoring, recording  and update HR database when necessary;
  • Manages staff attandence and leaves and report to the HR Officer regularly with updates;
  • Resolve issues and concerns pertainig to staff queries on their leave balances

Main qualifications

  • At least 3 years in a similar position in an NGO with an experience in accounting, finance, administration and HR management.
  • Experience of local commercial & contractual systems
  • Experience of Project Cycle Management, including in writing narrative and financial reports;
  • Professional / academic qualification in finance, accounting and administration services;
  • IT Tools (MS Office, Excel, Reporting tools);
  • English and Arabic

Nice to have

  • Knowledge of financial / Admin/HR management tools;
  • Ability to take responsibilities, proactive and efficient functioning, pronounced communication skills;
  • Accuracy and reliability.

Performance management

The employee will be accountable for the responsibilities and the competencies, in accordance with the GC Performance Management p. The following documents will be used for performance reviews:

  • The Job Description
  • The individual Work- and Professional Development Plan
  • The Competency Framework

Conflict of interest

Any candidate affiliated to, or openly supporting, one or more interest groups opposed to the Foundation’s principles and values, or whose previous position could engender safety issues for co-workers at Appel de Genève / Geneva Call, will be excluded from this selection process.

Conditions

  • Position: Support Assistant
  • Type of Contract: Fixed-term contract (National position)
  • Activity rate: 100%, full-time position
  • Work place: Al-Damazin, Blue Nile, Sudan
  • Preferred start date: As soon as possible

Application

No later than 20 February, 2025.

Important Note: Our HR team will meticulously evaluate your profile in line with the requirements of the post you have applied for. Since, we receive a good number of applications for all the positions Geneva Call advertises, it is not possible to communicate the results of our decisions with every candidate individually. Therefore, only the short-listed candidates will be contacted by the HR team to invite them for written test – and the steps afterwards if they qualify i.e., interview and other assessments as deemed appropriate.